1937 Press Photo Henry Pelkowski Babe Eddie Risko Middleweight Boxing Champion

When Babe Risko steps into the ring against Freddie Steele, 60 visible stitches will be keeping his eyes open. Delicate plastic surgery after two previous fights with Steele has restore the battered orbs of Risko to their sparkling condition.Henry Pelkowski, better known as Babe Risko, Eddie Risko, and Sailor Pulaski (July 14, 1911 – March 8, 1957) was Middleweight boxing champion of the world. He was born in Syracuse, New York.
Photo measures 7.5 x 11 in.